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What are some techniques you have used, or currently use, to encourage a growth mindset in yourself?
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I love change. I love fast-paced environments. I naturally become very frustrated at any repetitious work. Just my nature. The only time I need to remind myself of growth is when I take in constructive criticism. There is always a place I can grow, and as a woman if I don’t tell myself that first, I allow emotions to factor in and that will interfere with me growing. I noticed this about 10 years ago and changing my mindset had greatly helped.
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Prayer and being assured by the Scriptures has helped me build a growth mindset. I’m a slow learner so whatever task I am going to do, I’m aware that it will take a decent amount of time for me to learn. Knowing that this is part of me and uniqueness gifted from God has allowed me to accept personal challenges and appreciate opportunities to grow.
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I am being gentle with myself when I find myself struggling spiritually or making mistakes when learning something new, or having an awkward social interaction. I am learning and developing and I can grow to be the person I want to be.
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I always make sure that I am self-reflecting and continuing to learn. I want to reflect each day to see what I can do better or change to reach the students better. Sometimes I even have the students fill out a survey with things they think we should do differently etc. I also always make sure that I am continuing to learn. If there is something I am unsure about I make sure to research it so next time I am better equipped to answer the question or address the situation.
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Some techniques I am currently using are reading more books and blogs, listening to podcasts on my way to work, and having a closer relationship with the Lord in order to grown in every aspect.